An excellent highway rest area along the Will Rogers Turnpike aka I-44 between Joplin Missouri and…read moreTulsa Oklahoma. It is just west of the Vinita entrance https://www.yelp.com/biz/ok-turnpike-toll-plaza-vinita?hrid=ZmlJxbkw2ayuq_yBPFLQkg so if you're headed east from there, you'll miss out. Easy to access from either side and with plenty of parking. Inside, lots of toilets, good shopping and a nice spot to literally have an oasis in the middle of otherwise very boring Oklahoma plains. Gas station outside with plenty of space for larger vehicles, McDonald's and a nice gift shop with Oklahoma and Route 66 trinkets. Overnight parking is not permitted and there is no shade out here at all. [Review 19776 overall - 135 in Oklahoma - 748 of 2023.]

I'm gonna give this place credit, it is a bit of an oasis because there isn't gas or a stop…read moreanywhere near here as you head in from Missouri through Oklahoma! Pro tip: Don't drink a sip of anything between the MO state line and this stretch of I-44. I've driven to Tulsa twice from KC (and back), and found myself stopping here all four times. In addition to tons of gas pumps, the bathrooms are reasonably clean, there's a McDonald's (meh) and some traditional gas station snacks, and most importantly, it's super easy to veer off and back onto the road. I also kind of like the big glass archway overlook; while not scenic by any stretch, it's kind of fun to see the cars whizzing by beneath you. If you're like me and prefer to pull off far away from any city traffic, this is a spot you'll naturally gravitate to, and it's a small benefit to paying the $5 toll along this route.

I have made the trek between SW Missouri and Lawton more times than I would like to count. This is…read morethe first time I noticed the Big Cabin Travel Plaza - how I missed the ginormous Indian out front - I have NO idea. This place is HUGE including a full family restaurant, Subway, chapel!, truck port, gas station and convenience store. I cannot imagine what a traveler could realistically need that couldn't be found here. The place was very clean; I would stop here again!

My reason for a maybe is because yes you can get a quick meal with good service as a stop and go…read morebut the restaurant part is permanently closed which wasn't indicated on google it stated the business was open for business buffet style, only to be disappointed when we got there to find out they were permanently closed a note indicated on a piece of note book paper... our truckers deserve better! Oh and it came recommended so disappointing...I only gave 1 star because 0 is not an option...smh

Nice little rest stop. Very quiet while we rested for the night. Of course that really depends on…read morewho is there testing. Luckily for us there was only one annoying generator running while we were resting before we continued on our adventure. Bathrooms were really clean. On another note there is a historical story that was a bit creepy of the Bender family, nicknamed "The Bloody Benders". There are mounds nearby named after this family.

A small welcome center in the Bella Vista area, just after crossing into Arkansas from Missouri…read more The staff inside were very friendly and helpful. There are some covered picnic tables available, along with free coffee and clean restrooms.

The signs throughout say "No overnight camping" and since "camping" is not the same as "sleeping"…read morethen I think you'd be okay spending the night in this welcome center as long as you're not tenting and just sleeping instead of driving tired. I'm a huge fan of rest centers that do that! The welcome center has restrooms, shaded parking, picnic tables and grills. Inside during business hours, there is an attendant handing out free coffee and information on Northwest Arkansas accommodations. Well worth a stop if you're passing through and not sure what you should see in the area. Located along US-71 south of the Arkansas/Missouri border, this used to be the only way of traveling north between Northwest Arkansas and the Joplin area. Since they built I-49, this doesn't get nearly as much traffic. [Review 2314 of 2024 - 377 in Arkansas - 23329 overall]

I arrived here after dark on a Sunday night and left before dark Monday morning, so I couldn't tell…read moreyou much about the welcome center facility or the rest rooms. They do have picnic tables and the entire rear area is fenced in for security. There was some sort of "trunk exchange" going on in the back by the dumpster and in the spirit of minding my own business, I quietly locked up the van and turned in for the night. For those looking to do the same, there are no signs prohibiting overnight parking. The loop-shaped parking lot is well shaded and while the nose-in spaces were okay for my van, I think that a larger vehicle or someone towing would be challenged here. After 7 hours of sleeping in comfort in my Sprinter van, I was on my way in the morning to find coffee. [Review 19786 overall - 263 in Arkansas - 758 of 2023.]

This small roadside park is a nice break off I-49 but it is just a rest area. There are no features…read moreor services here other than some trash cans and picnic tables. Admittedly, they are in the shade which is a plus. But that's all. No overnight camping as the clear sign indicates that the park is closed from midnight to 5am. So no overnight parking either. Boo! [Review 652 of 2024 - 344 in Missouri - 21683 overall]

Small but cozy and warm. I would have like a fridge in the room. Cleanliness was better than…read moreadequate and the front desk staff were very nice. I would definitely return.

One night stay after a full day of driving in the rain. In a small plaza with several restaurants…read moregeared for travelers and truckers. Clerk gave several room options and chose a king rather than 2 doubles. Surprised at prices being comparable to other name brands for the room. Didn't know any hotels had double beds anymore? Makes me wonder how old those beds could be? Whole place could use a refresh. Room was very dingy. Bathroom was very tiny with a single walk in unit shower with gel and shampoo provided. The commode was opposite the shower. Only 1 person could fit in that area. Good water pressure in the shower. Linens were just ok. Sink was between the shower area and the bed. Coffee maker on the sink. Carpeting was frayed and pieces pulled away and sticking up from the sash to the bathroom. Bed was ok - didn't roll to the middle. Sufficient plugs for equipment and charging. Served our purpose.

This is concerning the hotel aspect of the Downstream Casino Resort. The rooms are really lovely!…read moreThe rooms are upscale but I think with the colors and lighting they have a relaxing homey vibe to them! They're spacious and don't look like a chain hotel, with a cookie-cutter layout and amenities. We've stayed here before and the only complaint we previously had was the lack of open restaurants (weekdays, only 2 options) and something to do besides gamble. With Joplin only 15 minutes away, you're not going to starve. Compared to other casinos/hotels, Downstream is left a bit lacking. I know this may sound weird, stating you didn't want to gamble in a casino, but this place is a convention hub. So they could add something to accommodate the variety of tastes of visitors. But the facilities are very nice!

Prior to making this arrangement I told her you have options. We can fly to Vegas where she has…read morestarus with Ceasars as a platinum elite, the Grand Canyon, or a Mediterranean cruise. Funny she chose this casino. She just wanted to relax, use the spa, swim and gamble. As I right this it is 8pm at night and we still have not been able to access our reserved rooms on her 60th birthday. I tried several times to speak with someone in authority about our situation and was given the RUNNAROUND. Eventually someone told me that a lady named Kelly was in charge of the entire casino at this time. I as to speak with her to explain our situation. She showed up and after explaining everything in great detail she told me there was nothing she could do. As check in time was at 4pm. Remembernwee arrives at 1230 with prior reservation weeks ago for her 60th birthday. She said it was policy and she had no authority to make exception. She said she would check into the matter immediately, which she did and got back to me. She told me the same thing that check in time wasnatn4pm and there were no exceptions per policy. Even though I explained to her that we are members and come her often and have never had this problem even without a reservation. She said she wasnsorry that is policy and there are no exceptions. When I asked is there were managers above her it was like pulling teeth. Wow, this was my wifesn60th birthday. I am sending this as a future customer service courtesy. I have been a top executive for a city before I retired and good customer service was and is a priority, and yes, sometimes there are certain circumstances where things go wrong and fall through the cracks and don't align with policy. That's why we have management on duty to correct those some what unfair mishaps, as they do occur from time to time. Kelly make it clear she had no such authority to rectify our situation. So my wife never had access to the spa or pull. If the tone of this email indicates that I am more than frustrated, to put it politely, I AM PISSED!!! Sorry, but it was my wife's one single special 60th birthday celebration day and choose your establishment. What a severe let down. I will be posting this on every social media I have access to to share our horrible experience. I really hope some one reads this and make some changes in the future toward good customer service! Thank You

This was a great hotel for our visit to Joplin, MO. It was pretty central to where we need to be,…read moreclose to the highway and to places to eat. Loved having the little kitchen with the fridge and microwave. It had a stove top but we went out to eat. The bed was comfortable and clean, the bathroom was just the right size for two people. One note would be to have an exhaust fan because the steam from the shower was thick. The service was five star. The breakfast was good with many different choices and nice seating area. We will be coming back in October.

Clean and comfortable property. Breakfast was great. The guy who runs it works his butt off to…read morekeep things stocked and clean looking!

Everything was great not one complaint. Great staff and great rooms. Very clean and very niceread more

We stopped here on our way to Oklahoma…read more The staff was very nice. The rooms were clean. Large variety of breakfast. Super close - walking distance- to many restaurants